Isabella Rossellini unveils the quiet influence of women in the Vatican in "Conclave" movie
In the mystery thriller Conclave, Italian American actress Isabella Rossellini portrays Sister Agnes, a nun who plays a pivotal role during the secretive process of selecting a new Pope. The film delves into the clandestine world of the Vatican's papal conclave, shedding light on the subtle yet significant influence of women within the traditionall...
Contemporary Italian artist reimagines stolen Caravaggio masterpiece
In 1969, Caravaggio's masterpiece, Nativity with Saint Francis and Saint Lawrence, was stolen from the Oratory of Saint Lawrence in Palermo, Sicily. Despite extensive investigations, the painting remains missing, leaving a significant void in the art world. Now, the Amici dei Musei Siciliani initiated a project inviting contemporary Italian artists...
RIP, TONY: Noto, former Brooklyn Italians coach, passes away
Tony Noto, whose success as a local soccer coach was bypassed only by his passion for the beautiful game, has passed away. He was 70 years old. Noto was a head coach or assistant coach with several teams in the metropolitan area over several decades. He was an assistant under Mike Rybak when the Brooklyn Italians captured the 1991 Lamar Hunt U.S. O...
10 Years without Pino Daniele: we miss you so much
Some extraordinary artists of Italian music are not as well-known in America as they deserve to be. One of these masters is certainly the magnificent Pino Daniele, a symbol of Naples and of all of Italy that loves the city we adore here at We the Italians. Ten years after the passing of Pino Daniele, his music and influence remain a cornerstone of...
Maserati Marks 110 Years of Italian Elegance and Automotive Excellence
Maserati, the iconic Italian luxury car manufacturer, commemorated its 110th anniversary in December 2024 with a series of global events that highlighted its rich heritage and forward-looking vision. These celebrations served as a platform to introduce new models and engage with enthusiasts worldwide. In Modena, Italy, Maserati's historic headquart...
Driving in Italy: the new highway code updates
The new Italian Highway Code, effective from December 2024, represents a substantial shift towards safer, more sustainable driving practices. With an emphasis on reducing accidents, protecting vulnerable road users, and promoting green technologies, the changes aim to modernize Italy’s roads and ensure they are safer for everyone. These changes are...
Nittolo's Little Italy To Open In Traverse City's Warehouse District
One of Leelanau County’s most popular restaurants is expanding to Traverse City, MI. Eric Nittolo, owner and head chef at Nittolo’s Seafood & Pizza in Lake Leelanau, is preparing to open a new restaurant concept called Nittolo’s Little Italy in the Breakwater complex on Garland Street. Nittolo tells The Ticker that demolition is underway to convert...
Finally, 21 Italian islands are connected with ultra-fast internet
At the beginning of December, work was completed to connect 21 small Italian islands to high-speed internet networks through fiber optic and 5G connections, essential for fast internet access. The project was funded through the PNRR (National Recovery and Resilience Plan), an investment plan to be implemented by June 2026, utilizing European funds....
Raised on radio, Paul Guglielmo finds success as entrepreneur
Paul Guglielmo acknowledges he may have unknowingly exhibited entrepreneurial traits long before he became an entrepreneur. In his youth Guglielmo dabbled in a few ventures, from being a wedding DJ to basketball league organizer. “I’m conscious of the fact that I don’t have any skills,” says Guglielmo, who goes by Pauly, with a laugh. “But maybe I...
Rome, the new Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano is open
Rome has unveiled the newly renovated Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano. The project, with a budget of €15 million, aimed to enhance the piazza's functionality and aesthetic appeal. Key features of the renovation include a new pavement that harmoniously blends traditional Roman materials such as sanpietrini, travertine, and basaltina, inspired by the...
Steve Schirripa Says the ‘Close Knit’ Blue Bloods Cast ‘Treated Me Like One of Them’ from Day 1
Steve Schirripa was welcomed to Blue Bloods like family. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, the actor, 67, opens up about how the cast of the CBS show treated him when he joined the series in 2015 to portray Detective Anthony Abetemarco. "It was a very close-knit group, really, a nice group of people," Schirripa says. "I didn't know anyone, so...
The biblical roots of a dish served for St. Sylvester’s Day
Every year on December 31, Italians rush to get the last missing ingredients to prepare the “Cenone di San Silvestro,” the dinner of St. Sylvester. Sylvester was pope from 314 to 335, marking the beginning of the Christian Roman Empire, and he passed away on December 31, 335. Among the many delicacies served for the occasion, one dish can’t be miss...